AC Milan sporting director Leonardo has insisted that LA Galaxy forward Zlatan Ibrahimovic will not be returning to the club.

The 37-year-old managed 22 goals in 27 appearances for the MLS side this season, and rumours had suggested that the Swede could be in line for a return to the San Siro, but Leonardo ruled out that possibility on Sunday.

2. Lille winger Pepe watched by City scouts

Manchester City had scouts watching Lille's Nicolas Pepe in action against Reims on Sunday as the winger netted a late equaliser from the penalty spot, reports InfoFoot.

The Ivorian star has been in fine form this season and has now scored 11 league goals in 2018-19.

Arsenal have also been linked with Pepe as a potential replacement for Danny Welbeck, who's in the final year of his contract.

3. Everton defender Holgate set for January loan

England U21 defender Mason Holgate is in line for a January loan move after falling down the pecking order at Everton, according to The Mirror.

Holgate signed a new five-year contract last season but has struggled for opportunities since Marco Silva was appointed as manager.

At 22, Holgate needs to be playing regular football, and it's claimed that a number of Premier League and Championship clubs are interested in loaning him for the second half of the season.

4. Ndombele doesn't regret rejecting City

Lyon star Tanguy Ndombele has said that turning down Manchester City in the summer was "the best m88 gaming experience decision."

The Premier League champions reportedly lodged a £45 million ($57m) bid to sign the 21-year-old, but the midfielder turned down City's advances.

5. Berbatov backs Lukaku amid United exit talk

Manchester United striker Romelu Lukaku is worth 'more than just goals' according to former Red Devils forward Dimitar Berbatov.

Recent reports have suggested that Lukaku could be on his way out of Old Trafford in the near future after what has been a disappointing campaign so far.

Juventus have been touted as a potential destination for the Belgian, but Berbatov believes United must keep hold of their star striker:

"Why do people concentrate on this [goalscoring drought]?" Berbatov said.
"Strikers are more than just goals now. How is that going to help Lukaku when there are constantly people saying how long he didn't score a goal for."

6. Richarlison in for a rough ride on Vicarage Road return - Deeney

Watford captain Troy Deeney jokingly suggested former team-mate Richarlison can expect some rough treatment when he faces his old club for Everton on Monday.

Brazilian forward Richarlison impressed during his one season at Vicarage Road last term following a switch from Fluminense in August 2017.

It was seen as a real coup for the Hornets when they landed him, and his promising campaign saw Everton pay a figure reported to be in the region of £45 million ($57.4m) to sign the forward ahead of this season.

7. European giants monitor Brazilian starlets

Barcelona, Real Madrid, Chelsea and PSG have all sent scouts to the Ipiranga U20 International Cup to watch a number of young players from Internacional and Gremio, report Gauchazh.

Internacional players Jose Aldo and Bruno Jose are said to be of particular interest, as well as how to transfer funds at m88 19-year-old Gremio forward Da Silva, who is the competitions top scorer.

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